Today’s News
Cold weather and mittens the reason for Rory McIlroy’s late collapse
“I let the round get away from me,” said the World No. 2 after he shot a round of 74 at the PGA in Wentworth.
US Rugby invites Irish fans to take part in epic tailgating contest
Southern Comfort are giving out prizes to the supporters that set up the best pre-match party.
BOD: ‘I’ve signed for 1 more year and, as far as I’m concerned, that will be that’
Leinster centre O’Driscoll has recovered from a back spasm and will feature against Ulster.
McIlroy, McDowell and Clarke labour at PGA as Lowry leads Irish challenge
Four bogeys on the back nine blighted the world number two’s opening round.
We hope Eddie O’Sullivan never used this US Eagle as a job reference
Paul Emerick, who scored against Ireland at the 2011 World Cup, feels the Corkman restricted the United States’ play.
3 Irish families had the British and Irish Lions over for dinner last night
Dairygold, breadrolls and blackcurrant juice — we treat them well in Ireland.
Aussie legend Tim Horan fronts Fox campaign to drown Lions’ Sea of Red
Brian O’Driscoll’s role model wants Australians to get rid of everything red this summer.
LeBron James nails buzzer-beating lay-up to clinch OT win
King James capped off this triple-double performance with the game-winning point in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.
It would be devastating if Leinster lost the Pro12 Final – Cian Healy
The prop insists all excitement of a Lions call-up has been shelved until his team wins a double this weekend.
Yesterday’s News
Lions have edge over Australia if they can bond quickly – Ieuan Evans
The former Wales and Lions winger believes a squad mentality is the most important aspect
‘Lions Are Just Big Pussies’ t-shirts going down a storm in Australia
The last time a country made such bold claims was in 1997 and we all know what happened next…
Partying not an option for Kearney until Leinster show Ulster who’s boss
“No disrespect to Stade Francais,” said the fullback, “but you’re not going to score first-phase tries against Ulster.”
Sergio Garcia sorry for ‘fried chicken’ remark about Tiger Woods
The Spanish golfer made the ill-judged comments at the European Tour Players’ Awards last night.
No doubt about it now as Chris Robshaw revealed as 1st Lions stand-by
Lions forwards coach Graham Rowntree said Craig Gilroy and Donnacha Ryan had both been close to selection.
‘Watch this space’ for O’Brien in Pro12 Final after miracle injury recovery
Lions forwards coach Graham Rowntree says the back-row’s participation in the Pro12 Final is up to the player and Leinster.
Tuesday 21 May, 2013
‘I’m rooming with Conor this week so he might have a broken leg’ – Mike Philips
The “chilled” Welsh scrumhalf had no idea who Australia named in their Lions squad at the weekend.
Ulster set emotional tone for Pro12 Final with amazing #OurDS video
If this doesn’t get you Ulster fans charged up for Saturday’s clash with Leinster, nothing will.
Gatland yet to speak to O’Driscoll after Schmidt gives him wrong phone number
The Lions coach revealed that Leinster chief Joe Schmidt short-changed him on the centre’s phone number.
Monday 20 May, 2013
Captain Warburton happy to stand back as ‘leader’ O’Connell guides Lions teammates
The Welshman is hoping to rediscover the form that led his country to a World Cup semi-final and Grand Slam.
We’ve lost the last 3 Pro12 finals but are determined to beat Ulster – Mike Ross
Ospreys (twice) and Munster have pipped Leinster at the post in the last three seasons.
Sunday 19 May, 2013
Jonny Wilkinson named European Player of the Year
The Toulon outhalf held off competition from Jamie Heaslip and a trio of Clermont players.
‘Ulster have done a job on us twice already this season. They are favourites’
Flanker Shane Jennings tells TheScore.ie that there is no room for sentiment in Leinster dressing room.
Graeme McDowell wins 2nd title in a month after Matchplay fightback
The Northern Irish golfer produced a string of birdies on the back nine to beat Thongchai Jaidee.
Lions coming to Australia to strangle the creative Wallaby spirit: Bob Dwyer
The World Cup-winning coach believes current boss Robbie Deans should have selected Quade Cooper in his 25-man squad.
“If the Lions called Donnacha Ryan up tomorrow, he could play”
Ireland coach Les Kiss says the Munster lock has been rested from summer tour duty but would be ready to play Australia.
Rory Best to captain Ireland for summer tour to North America
Les Kiss, who will lead Ireland as interim head coach, named six uncapped players for the games against the US and Canada.
‘Pig-gate’ Part 2: Jones sorry for smashing up Glenn Whelan’s car
“For all the people that think that the pig’s head wrapped in my clothes was banter, great, so is the broken window.”
Tears, cheers, bumps and trophies as Beckham says his final goodbye
Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored a double to sent the English midfielder off in winning style.
Saturday 18 May, 2013
9 of the best games you ever played as a city kid
We recall a simpler time when you used a rope tied to trees as a tennis net and games of curbs went on for hours.
“This is my world now” – Wilkinson revels in Heineken Cup success
The Toulon captain kept his team in touch on the scoreboard and kicked the winning conversion.
Craig Doyle the hero as Carlow hold off late London comeback
The RTE presenter’s talented namesake rattled in three goals for the Rainbow County.
Stiff-neck dressing room jigs and champagne showers for cup-winning Leinster
“If there is a little tear in the eye next week, I wouldn’t be surprised,” said outgoing coach Joe Schmidt.
The best bits from Ronan O’Gara’s debut as a rugby columnist
The retiring Munster, Ireland and Lions star paid tribute to the teenager Donal Walsh, who recently lost his battle with cancer.
Nacewa cherishes special moment of cup triumph before final Leinster game
The New Zealander was instrumental in his side’s cup win at the RDS.
Open thread: Unload all of your Munster v Leinster grievances here
Ahead of the Lions tour, we are giving you the chance to get everything off your chest.
Cheers Leinster! Connacht players celebrate another year of Heineken Cup rugby
The Blues’ Amlin Cup win confirmed elite European rugby for the westerners next season.
‘Myself and Leo thought it was fitting for the lads to lift the cup’ – Jamie Heaslip
Leinster’s stand-in captain was happy to stand back and let Jonny Sexton and Isa Nacewa take the plaudits.
Friday 17 May, 2013
As it happened: Leinster v Stade Francais, Amlin Challenge Cup Final
Joe Schmidt’s men were hoping to complete the first leg of a league and cup double.
Jamie Heaslip on 5-man shortlist for ERC Player of the Year
The Leinster man is the only nominee not to be playing in this year’s Heineken Cup Final.
Dortmund poke Bayern bear with Ole Solskjaer museum tribute
The mind games have been ramped up ahead of next weekend’s Champions League Final.






















































